The much-anticipated Defence & Security 2025 officially opened its doors at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, marking the 12th edition of Asia’s premier Tri-Service Defence and Internal Security Exhibition, Conference, and Networking Event.
Presided over by H.E. General Nattaphon Narkphanit, Minister of Defence, the grand opening ceremony welcomed Ministers of Defence, Chiefs of Armed Forces, Commanders in Chief, Ambassadors, and high-ranking officials from ASEAN and beyond.
The atmosphere was one of collaboration and renewed energy as government and industry pioneers gathered to explore the latest technologies and strengthen international defence cooperation.
Platform for strategic dialogue
Following the opening ceremony, the Thai Minister of Defence will host an Executive Luncheon for official delegations, senior Thai military officials, exhibitors, and distinguished guests. The luncheon will provide a platform for strategic dialogue, relationship building, and networking — underscoring the event’s theme, “Power of Partnership.”
More than 280 official delegations from 27 countries are set to participate throughout the four-day event. Led by the Thai Ministry of Defence, along with the Chiefs of the Royal Thai Army, Navy, and Air Force, the delegations include representatives from ASEAN member states and key defence partners from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
These groups will take part in VIP tours, Government-to-Government (G2G), and Government-to-Business (G2B) meetings, fostering closer collaboration and the formation of new defence alliances.
Latest defence and security innovations
Running throughout the four-day exhibition, the Technical Stage features high-level seminars on the latest defence and security innovations. The sessions (14:00–15:45) highlight next-generation defence and space technologies, including:
- “Space Technology Capabilities of Thailand – Defence and Security Aspects” by DTI and GISTDA
- Accelerating Thailand’s Space Technology: Collaborative Innovation Among DTI, GISTDA, the Royal Thai Armed Forces, and the Private Sector” by DTI and EOS Orbit